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Resignationcast: Zia Yusuf Quits Reform UK

What does Zia Yusuf鈥檚 departure from Reform UK mean for Nigel Farage鈥檚 party?

Today, Zia Yusuf has resigned as the chairman of Reform UK, posting on X: "I no longer believe working to get a Reform government elected is a good use of my time".

What does that mean for Nigel Farage and the future of his party? Adam and Alex discuss.

And former Conservative Chancellor Jeremy Hunt joins Adam to discuss his new book, Mel Stride distancing the Tories from Liz Truss鈥 Mini Budget and his reaction to the breaking news about Zia Yusuf's resignation.

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